The L-form of penicillamine is toxic, which is why the D-form is used in medicine. N-acetyl-3-mercapto-DL-valine is an intermediate employed to synthesize the API penicillamine, also known as D-penicillamine in its pharmaceutical form.
N-acetyl-3-mercapto-DL-valine
| API Name | Penicillamine |
|---|---|
| CAS No | 59-53-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H13NO3S |
| Molecular Weight | 191.25 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2-acetamido-3-methyl-3-sulfanylbutanoic acid |
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